MIAMI, FL — April 12, 2025 — South Florida saw Formula E history unfold at the Homestead-Miami Speedway as Pascal Wehrlein powered through a high-stakes, penalty-filled race to win the 2025 Miami E-Prix, solidifying his title campaign and igniting fans at the electric showdown in Homestead.
Formula E Electrifies South Florida
The Miami E-Prix made its thrilling return to the region for the first time in over a decade, this time trading downtown street circuits for the fast-paced curves of Homestead-Miami Speedway’s 3.5 km road course. Fans packed the stands to witness the new era of electric racing, complete with tight overtakes, strategic energy management, and high-speed drama in the heart of South Florida.
This wasn’t just another race — it was a landmark moment for Formula E in the United States.
From Pole to Penalty: Chaos Unfolds on Race Day
Norman Nato (Nissan) stunned during qualifying with a career-first pole position, beating out Jake Dennis (Andretti) by mere hundredths of a second. But once the green lights went out, the real drama began.
With energy conservation being the name of the game, strategies came into play early. Drivers juggled Attack Mode activations, slipstreaming on Homestead’s straights, and defending hard into the tricky Turn 10 hairpin. But it was Lap 20 that flipped the race on its head — a chaotic multi-car incident triggered a full-course yellow, forcing teams to adapt on the fly.
Though Nato crossed the finish line first, post-race penalties — most notably for failing to activate all mandatory Attack Modes — would hand the win to Porsche’s Pascal Wehrlein, who ran a clean, consistent race and avoided trouble.
Official Results: Top 10 Finishers
After stewards reviewed infractions and time penalties, here’s how the 2025 Miami E-Prix officially ended:
- Pascal Wehrlein (TAG Heuer Porsche)
- Lucas di Grassi (Lola Yamaha ABT)
- António Félix da Costa (Porsche)
- Nico Müller (Andretti)
- Edoardo Mortara (Mahindra Racing)
- Norman Nato (Nissan)
- Dan Ticktum (ERT Cupra)
- Robin Frijns (Envision Racing)
- Jake Dennis (Andretti)
- Oliver Rowland (Nissan)
What This Means for the Formula E Championship
Wehrlein’s second win of the season pushes him closer to the top of the Drivers’ Championship, where Oliver Rowland continues to hold a slim lead. Porsche now finds itself as the team to beat, with both Wehrlein and Da Costa consistently finishing in the points.
With only a few points separating the top five, and new street circuits coming up in Monaco, Berlin, and Shanghai, the second half of the season is shaping up to be a nail-biter.
South Florida Crowd Delivers
Homestead’s unique blend of speed and strategy proved a worthy test for Formula E’s all-electric machines, and the South Florida crowd showed up in full force. Vendors, live music, and EV showcases gave fans an immersive experience, reinforcing Miami’s reputation as a global hub for motorsport innovation and clean tech enthusiasm.
“This track brought a whole new vibe to the season,” said Wehrlein post-race. “It’s fast, technical, and the fans were electric — literally and figuratively.”
What’s Next for Formula E?
Formula E now heads to Monte Carlo for the iconic Monaco E-Prix, a circuit where millimeters matter and legends are made. With standings tighter than ever and momentum swinging toward Porsche, all eyes will be on how the battle continues in the principality.
